Yamaha Xmax Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 2 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha Xmax, across 5 model years (2018–2022). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Yamaha Xmax years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Xmax model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 Xmax: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Yamaha Xmax problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Yamaha Xmax model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Xmax | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2021 Xmax | 1 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2020 Xmax | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2019 Xmax | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2018 Xmax | 0 | 2 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha Xmax years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2021 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Yamaha Xmax?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Yamaha Xmax have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.